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1638 Oakwood Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Cook County

Key Facts

5Beds
2Baths
2,216Sq Ft
1921Year Built
2Garage

Description

This expanded bungalow has been refreshed inside and out and is located within 2 blocks of the vibrant, expanding Downtown area of Des Plaines. The home features 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. 2 first floor bedrooms and a full bath makes living on either level convenient. The home features refreshed kitchen and baths, new flooring, and a full unfinished dry basement. There is also crawl space access under the porch outside the home with a sump pump. The exterior of the home has been renewed with new roof, hardy board siding, and paint. Electric upgraded. The full front-porch and backyard deck makes it easy for outdoor living and entertainment. The backyard has a big 2 car garage with carport and/or covered porch, with alley access and extra parking.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Bungalow

Year Built

1921

Living Area

2,216 sq ft

Lot Dimensions

50x150

Garage Spaces

2

Parking Spaces

2

Ownership

Fee Simple

Days on Market

7

MLS® Listing#

12677290

Property Features

Interior

Entrance Foyer

Appliances

RangeRefrigeratorWasherDryer

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)None

Heating

SteamBaseboard

Fireplace

Living RoomWood Burning

Basement

Sump PumpUnfinishedFull

Parking

Garage Door OpenerDetachedGarage

Laundry

Gas Dryer Hookup

Patio

DeckPorch

Construction

Block

Foundation

Block

Roof

Asphalt

Community

SidewalksStreet Lights

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Rooms

  • 5X5Main
  • 38X10Main
  • 15X13Main
  • Bedroom 215X11Main
  • Bedroom 312X12Second
  • Bedroom 411X10Main
  • Bedroom 511X11Second
  • Den8X7Second
  • Dining Room15X7Main
  • Family Room
  • Kitchen12X11Main
  • Laundry10X9Basement
  • Living Room24X17Main
  • Master Bedroom20X11Second

Schools

Elementary:
Central Elementary School
Middle:
Chippewa Middle School
High:
Maine West High School
District:
Maine West High School

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$5,411

Tax year 2024

Parcel Number

09211000120000

Directions

North on River Rd Left on Ashland Left on Cora to Oakwood Ave

Affordability Calculator

$79,800

Estimated monthly payment

$2,124/mo

Principal $319,200 · Est. interest $445,312 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Des Plaines, IL

$365,306
Median Listing Price
23
Median Days on Market
1,400
Median Sq Ft
$238
Median Price / Sq Ft
105
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 9% above the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 24% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Des Plaines, IL.

Location

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Points of Interest in Des Plaines, IL

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Nearby Schools

  • Central Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.2 mi away

  • Plato Academy

    School · 0.4 mi away

  • Chicago North Chinese School

    School · 0.4 mi away

  • North Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.6 mi away

  • Willows Academy

    School · 0.8 mi away

  • Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School

    School · 1.0 mi away

  • South Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.1 mi away

  • Algonquin Middle School

    Secondary · 1.2 mi away

  • Czerwony Kapturek des Plaines

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • Forest Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.3 mi away

  • Maine East High School

    Secondary · 1.3 mi away

  • Franklin Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Plainfield Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.5 mi away

  • Sisters of St FRNCS Alvrnia HGH School

    School · 1.6 mi away

  • Maine West High School

    Secondary · 1.6 mi away

  • Maine West Fine Arts Department

    School · 1.6 mi away

  • Jeanine Schultz School

    Elementary · 1.7 mi away

  • Stevenson School

    School · 1.8 mi away

  • Iroquois Community School

    Elementary · 1.8 mi away

  • Cumberland Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.8 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: Baird & Warner - 7732500400

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-06-13. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Last Updated: 2026-06-13

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